Male Singer-Songwriter CM Songs, Commercials, and Popular Tracks Ranking [2025]

When it comes to what helps songs and artists gain widespread recognition, tie-ins with TV commercials are an important factor.

From among these highly popular commercial songs, here’s a ranking focusing on tracks by male singer-songwriters.

Playlist

Male Singer-Songwriter CM Songs, Commercials, and Popular Tracks Ranking [2025]
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	Story of Our LifeHirai Dai		Hirai Dai’s “Story of Our Life” is the theme song for the Lion eye drops commercial and is characterized by the pleasant sound of the ukulele.
2	Can I call it magic?Ken Hirai		Summary: Ken Hirai’s 40th single “Mahō tte Itte Ii Kana?” is the song used in a Panasonic 4K camera commercial.
3	White LoversKeisuke Kuwata		A wistful winter love song, a classic by Keisuke Kuwata
4	Eternal, unchanging loveTetsuro Oda		Pocari commercial song: Tetsuro Oda’s requiem for his brother
5	MOVE ONTatsuro Yamashita		A stylish MOVE commercial shining in the sunset
6	Are You Even Real?James Blake		A profound James Blake song that sings of the meaning of existence
7	PlatinumSano ibuki		There are five versions of the Asahi White Beer commercial, and a gentle song called “Platinum” by Sano ibuki is used.
8	WHITE BREATHT.M.Revolution		McDonald’s commercial: Takanori Nishikawa passionately sings a parody version.
9	TokimekiVaundy		Kanna Hashimoto is captivating in the Dry Crystal commercial.
10	ZEROVaundy		A commercial that conveys the appeal of Vaundy’s music and Spotify
11	mabatakiVaundy		Vaundy’s peaceful song that resonates with the heart
12	naporiVaundy		Vaundy’s song “napori” romantically captures the special sweetness and melt-in-the-mouth quality of chocolate.
13	Seriously, sayonara baby.Vaundy		An iPhone film: a high-performance, moving work
14	How could I possibly know?Vaundy		Summary (20 characters): Vaundy’s new song blends gentleness and tension, expressing suffering and hope as a commercial theme.
15	lost itemVaundy		Vaundy’s song that portrays the emotion of forgetfulness
16	lamplightVaundy		Travel to a place that feels like you with TAFT
17	Lotto ThemeKoichi Sugiyama		Summary (20 characters): In Asahi’s mug-can commercial, celebrities express the delicious taste and the Lotto theme adds a sense of fun.
18	OvertureKoichi Sugiyama		HD-2D remake announcement commercial for Dragon Quest III
19	Letter to YouShikao Suga		Summary (20 characters): A warm acoustic song that acknowledges vulnerability while expressing gratitude. Released in June 2024.
20	LiftShugo Tokumaru		A New Year’s Daruma and Apple logo commercial
21	Treasure ~Until This Voice Fades Away~Naoto Inti Raymi		Naoto Inti Raymi’s heart-touching song
22	I won’t forget who you are now.Naoto Inti Raymi		Naoto Inti Raymi’s 2011 single. A commercial song featuring Keiko Kitagawa, written and composed by Naoto.
23	Season of LoveNaoto Inti Raymi		The Kirin commercial song is a track by Naoto.
24	To say goodbyeBilly BanBan		A wistful song of farewell and gentle tones
25	For now, just like this.Billy BanBan		Gently express iichiko and beautiful scenery
26	Half-baked starFunky Kato		An encouraging anthem that gives courage to people who pursue their dreams
27	energy flowRyuichi Sakamoto		A piano piece by Ryuichi Sakamoto. Its delicate, transparent resonance gently soothes the heart. The first instrumental to reach No. 1 on the Oricon charts.
28	Katsushika RhapsodyKohei Dojima		Yuriko Yoshitaka's TORYS Highball commercial
29	Because we’re only human.Chippoke Ohashi		Chichibu travel’s charm, a song about living true to yourself
30	As expected, I love you.Chippoke Ohashi		Ai Miura’s Seibu Railway commercial: fluttering hearts stirred by love
31	SHEohashiTrio		Go Ayano and Ran Taniguchi star in a natural-feel kite-flying commercial
32	Song of BeginningsTakuya Ohashi		Takumi Ohashi’s first single, popular for its upbeat lyrics
33	Because of the heatEiichi Ohtaki		Yoh Yoshida and Rio Suzuki appear in a Pocari Sweat commercial, introducing ice slurry.
34	Easy★RiderTamio Okuda		Summary (20 characters): A signature work by Tamio Okuda. With a melody full of liberation, the song expresses the image of a free journey.
35	The wind is from the west.Tamio Okuda		Okuda Tamio’s cheering song from the Mazda commercial
36	All the days hard to leave behindKazumasa Oda		20-character summary: Kazumasa Oda’s new song “Subete Sarigataki Hibi” is the 2024 Meiji Yasuda Life CM song. It depicts everyday happiness.
37	sparklingKazumasa Oda		A commercial where Hana Kawamura tours the attractions of Handa City
38	go to meet (someone)Kazumasa Oda		Kazumasa Oda’s “Ai ni Iku” was released in 2018. It’s a gentle song that captures the freshness of the morning and the longing to see someone special.
39	Waiting for the windKazumasa Oda		Meiji Yasuda Life commercial featuring Oda Kazumasa’s song and publicly submitted photos
40	I can’t put it into wordsKazumasa Oda		Kazumasa Oda’s “Kotoba ni Dekinai” is moving.
41	I LOVE YOUHiroya Ozaki		Hiroya Ozaki sings of his resolve toward work and his dreams.
42	I LOVE YOUYutaka Ozaki		Yutaka Ozaki's 'I Love You' is a masterpiece.
43	YOUTatsuro Yamashita		An insurance commercial that likens life to a book
44	Dance, fish.Tatsuro Yamashita		A refreshing commercial featuring Yuriko Ishida and the sea of Okinawa
45	Christmas EveTatsuro Yamashita		Summary (20 characters): Tatsuro Yamashita’s 1983 release is a masterpiece Christmas song representing J-pop.
46	Christmas EveTatsuro Yamashita		Tatsuro Yamashita’s “Christmas Eve” is also famous as a commercial jingle.
47	Eyes On YouMasayoshi Yamazaki		Hiyori Sakurada thanks her mother and shares her growth
48	One more time,One more chanceMasayoshi Yamazaki		Dracula Oguri: A poignant tale of love and immortality
49	Over the RainbowMasayoshi Yamazaki		Colt CM is the charm of free choice and famous songs
50	UpdraftMasayoshi Yamazaki		Ryohei Suzuki commercial, Yamasaki song that inspires hope
51	The morning only you knowMasayoshi Yamazaki		Masayoshi Yamazaki “Promise of the Sun” – a refreshing morning song
52	ribbonOkazaki Taiiku		Okazaki Taiiku’s new song “Ribbon,” a song that cheers you on to move forward
53	Freedom In The DarkTomoyasu Hotei		Adventure in the Rockies, expressing freedom and strength
54	Slow & EasyHirai Dai		In a Pocari commercial, Yō Yoshida and Rio Suzuki enjoy Hawaii.
55	Stand by me, Stand by you.Hirai Dai		Hirai Dai’s love song resonates in a wedding commercial
56	Aeolian of the WindHidemasa Tokunaga		A beautiful melody of a commercial song associated with the god of the wind
57	JUMPKiyoshiro Imawano		From production to sales of Nodogoshi <Nama>
58	SUNGen Hoshino		Focus on Gen Hoshino’s captivating songs
59	StarGen Hoshino		Wanda commercial featuring Gen Hoshino, two different flavors
60	In the Great Sky and on the Vast EarthChiharu Matsuyama		A song of courage and hope in the face of life's hardships
61	Go for it, baby!!Keisuke Kuwata		Cheering songs and encouragement songs by Keisuke Kuwata
62	toad lily [Tricyrtis]Keisuke Kuwata		A commercial depicting a moving encounter between a father, his child, and a rescue dog
63	Sad Feelings (Just a Man in Love)Keisuke Kuwata		A commercial that conveys the versatile appeal of bra tops
64	Distant Street Corner (The Wanderin’ Street)Keisuke Kuwata		Happy everyday life of a couple and Airism innerwear
65	youthKoichi Morita and Top Gallant		A classic Group Sounds hit from our youth
66	At any timeNoriyuki Makihara		A popular, inspirational cheer song beloved across generations.
67	Far, far awayNoriyuki Makihara		Noriyuki Makihara debuted in 1990. “Tooku Tooku” was used as a JA Bank commercial song.
68	VIRGIN BEATKyosuke Himuro		Kyosuke Himuro’s popular single, a commercial jingle
69	KI SE KIRyuichi Kawamura		Cats and Modark: KI SE KI’s striking commercial
70	IT’S ONLY LOVEMasaharu Fukuyama		Masaharu Fukuyama’s commercial song tops the Oricon chart at No. 1.
71	Let me live so that flowers will bloom again and again.Masaharu Fukuyama		Masaharu Fukuyama’s 2015 release. Shiseido “TSUBAKI” commercial song. Written and composed by Fukuyama.
72	Let’s become a familyMasaharu Fukuyama		Summary (20 characters): Masaharu Fukuyama’s “Kazoku ni Narō yo” is a 2011 release that gently expresses feelings toward family.
73	boyMasaharu Fukuyama		Masaharu Fukuyama’s classic song that sings about the courage to face forward
74	loverMasaharu Fukuyama		Masaharu Fukuyama’s single released in 1993. Used in the commercial for Panasonic stereo system “SC-CH505.” One of his early signature ballads.
75	dearestMasaharu Fukuyama		A poignant masterpiece dedicated to love, the theme song of a film.
76	SakurazakaMasaharu Fukuyama		Masaharu Fukuyama’s heartwarming spring classic “Sakurazaka”
77	Paint Like a ChildMotohiro Hata		Depicting the allure of nature and travel in northern Okinawa
78	Promise of SunflowersMotohiro Hata		A warm and powerful classic from a highway commercial
79	DaydreamerMotohiro Hata		A track from Motohiro Hata’s fifth album, “Blue Scenery.” Released in 2015, it was featured in a commercial and reached No. 2 on the charts.
80	Gift of the Holy NightMotohiro Hata		Summary (20 characters): In a House Hokkaido Stew commercial, Motohiro Hata’s “Holy Night’s Gift” is a Christmas song.
81	Ah. There are moments that pass in an instant.Pistol Takehara		Summary (20 characters): A Sumitomo Life “1UP” series commercial where Eita grins at his Apple Watch.
82	Yo, you there, kid.Pistol Takehara		An addictive song famous as a commercial jingle, marked by Takaharu Pistol’s powerful, unforgettable chorus.
83	Bullseye!! My hunch was spot on!!Pistol Takehara		An inspiring song that rouses the Japan national soccer team
84	Let me set you free.Pistol Takehara		A Route Inn Hotels commercial that soothes the fatigue of travel.
85	LADYKenshi Yonezu		Turn everyday dramas into a Kenshi Yonezu song
86	Eine KleineKenshi Yonezu		Kenshi Yonezu’s song attracts attention
87	I was looking at the moon.Kenshi Yonezu		The grand story and world of FFXVI
88	Us eight minutes agoRyota Fujimaki		New KitKat commercial features Jiyoung, adding a touch of luxury.
89	You like whisky, don’t you?Ryota Fujimaki		In the Kakuhai Highball commercial, Haruka Igawa, Ryo Kase, Kei Tanaka, and Haruka Kinami appear, and Ryota Fujimaki performs a cover of the CM song.
90	PolarisRyota Fujimaki		Polaris is characterized by moving songs and a wistful expression.
91	New seasonRyota Fujimaki		An inspiring commercial that conveys the appeal of dirt racing
92	Galaxy GirlToshiki Kadomatsu		A futuristic-feeling Aquarius commercial featuring track and field athletes
93	UniHakushi Hasegawa		"Uni" is a song written by Hakushi Hasegawa specifically for a Google Pixel 6 commercial.
94	It’s okay.Kishin Suzawa		A co-op insurance commercial to prepare for risks
95	Tomorrow will surely be a good day.Yu Takahashi		Takahashi Yu directed his own CM song’s music video as well.
96	Fukuwarai (a traditional Japanese “lucky laugh” face-making game)Yu Takahashi		An inspiring classic that brings courage and laughter
97	Limitless ThingsTatsurou Mashiko		Tatsuro Mashiko is a songwriter and composer, as well as a music producer who provides songs to many artists.
98	Battle Without Honor Or HumanityTomoyasu Hotei		Tomoyasu Hotei’s song becomes a worldwide hit in a film.
99	Dramatic RainJunichi Inagaki		Junichi Inagaki's representative hit songs from the 1980s
100	We set out on a journey again.Pistol Takehara		Takahara Pistol is a punk singer, and “We Went on the Road Again” was used as a commercial jingle.